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What Happens in Vagus
The What Happens in Vagus Podcast is hosted by Dr. Stephanie Canestraro who is a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Owner of the Vagus Clinic.On this podcast, Dr. Stephanie will share her wealth of knowledge and insights from being in the Functional Medicine industry for more than 10 years.Through solo and guest episodes, you will get a breakdown of the fundamentals of how our bodies function and tangible ways to maintain a healthy mind, body and soul. Each episode will provide tips and insights on true self-empowerment and healing so you can live an optimal life.She will welcome experts from around the world to discuss gut health, high-performance, biohacking, longevity and so much more. Listen in to learn and leave feeling empowered with tangible knowledge to enhance and live your best life.
Episodes
56 episodes
From Misunderstood Symptoms to Functional Healing: A Journey Through Lyme, Bell's Palsy & Gut Health with Farah Zipursky
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Stephanie Canestraro sits down with Farah Zipursky for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about chronic illness, healing, and the importance of taking a holistic approach to wellne...
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Season 1
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Episode 56
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50:10
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Toxins You Can't See: Uncovering Hidden Exposures in Your Home with Building Biologist Mike Camilleri
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Steph sits down with leading EMF expert Mike Camilleri, CEO & President of Safe Guard Solutions, to unpack the often-overlooked dangers of electromagnetic field...
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Season 1
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Episode 55
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56:42
Understanding Chronic Toxic Syndrome: The Silent Root of Modern Illness
In this insightful solo episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Steph dives into the emerging concept of Chronic Toxic Syndrome, a condition gaining recognition for its wide-ranging and often unexplained symptoms. Dr. Steph ...
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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36:16
Longevity and Healing With Oxygen Hydrotherapy with Jason Applewhite
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Steph sits down with Jason Applewhite, co-founder of Bimini Hydrotherapy, to explore the cutting-edge world of oxygen nanobubbles and their powerful role in health and wellness. Jason break...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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29:50
The Secret to Better Blood Flow, Energy and Recovery: The Role of Nitric Oxide with Cathy Eason
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, host Dr. Stephanie Canestraro sits down with Cathy Eason, Clinical Director at Berkeley Life, to explore the often-overlooked yet vital molecule: nitric oxide. Cathy shares her fascinating jour...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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48:21
The Body is Complex But Not Complicated: Healing Insights with Dr. Steph
In this enlightening episode, Dr. Steph opens up about her deeply personal health journey, navigating the complexities of chronic illness and her long battle with Lyme disease. She shares how her experiences shaped her approach to health, leadi...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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32:59
From Overlooked Symptoms to Empowered Healing with Amy Foran of the Vagus Clinic
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Stephanie Canestraro sits down with Amy (Amelia) Foran to discuss her deeply personal and transformative health journey. Amy opens up about her experience navigating over 30 persisten...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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54:08
The Power of Natural Healing: Iodine, Magnesium & NAD+ with Ian Clark
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Steph welcomes Ian Clark, Founder of Activation Products, to share his incredible journey from illness to optimal health. After facing a serious health crisis, Ian turned to natural healing...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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1:02:06
From Osteoporosis to Athletic Recovery: Juvent’s Impact Revealed with Peter Simonson
In this enlightening episode of the "What Happens in Vagus" podcast, Dr. Steph engages in a compelling conversation with Peter Simonson about the innovative health device, Juvent. Juvent is designed to enhance bone health and overall metabolism...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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1:02:24
Home Health 101: Understanding Environmental Risks with Terry Wright Sr.
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Steph sits down with Terry Wright Sr. to dive deep into the critical importance of maintaining a healthy home environment. They explore the often-overlooked impact of air and water quality ...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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1:03:19
Toxic Load, Stealth Infections & Lymphatic Flow: What you need to know with Dr. Steph and Dr. Leah
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Stephanie Canestraro sits down with Dr. Leah to explore the intricate connection between lymphatic health, chronic illness, and the body's ability to heal. They share personal experiences w...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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52:21
Unlocking Recovery: Dr. Steph's Insights on Healing
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus, Dr. Steph shares her personal journey with upper esophageal issues and the valuable insights she gained throughout her healing process. After experiencing severe esophageal discomfort triggered...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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20:22
Navigating Setbacks: Dr. Steph's Journey with Healing and Resilience
In this heartfelt solo episode, Dr. Steph takes a moment to reflect on the past month and the recurring challenges she faces every November. She opens up about a significant hurdle in her health journey, sharing both the joy she experienced rec...
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19:29
The Toxin Bucket, Lyme and Seeing Past the Fog: Dr. Steph gets Real and Raw
In this episode, we’re flipping the script once again! Teri Canestraro, Dr. Stephanie’s sister-in-law, takes over as host to interview Dr. Steph in a raw, heartfelt, and revealing conversation that gives listeners a glimpse into Dr. Steph’s bri...
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53:46
A Holistic Approach to Mental Health: Dr. Michael Gurevich on Neutral Therapy, Epigenetics, Recovery
In this enlightening episode, Dr. Michael Gurevich, a board-certified psychiatrist, takes us on his transformative journey from conventional psychiatry to holistic medicine. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Gurevich shares his evolution to...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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1:02:43
Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Hustle with Dr. Nicole Rivera
In this insightful episode of What Happens in Vagus, host Dr. Stephanie sits down with her dear friend Dr. Nicole Rivera, Founder and CEO of Integrative You and creator of The Higher-Self Architecture. They dive right into the fast pac...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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1:01:59
Fascia, ADHD and The Power to Heal: A Conversation with Simone Fortier
In this week’s episode of the What Happens in Vagus podcast, we are joined by Simone Fortier, the Founder of the Fascia Training Institute, who shares her incredible journey of self-healing and discovery. Simone begins by recounting he...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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1:01:08
From Pain to Paleo: Autumn Smith's Nutritional Insights and Building Her Company Paleovalley
In this episode, Dr. Steph sits down with Autumn Smith, the Co-Founder of Paleovalley, to hear her remarkable health journey and the story behind her thriving business. Autumn begins by sharing her personal experience of growing up with IBS and...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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58:58
The Evolution of Dr. Steph: Insights on Health, Lymph and the Vagus Nerve
In this special episode of What Happens in Vagus Podcast, Dr. Stephanie takes a break from hosting and steps into the interviewee's seat for an enlightening conversation. The episode kicks off with Dr. Steph reflecting on the early days of her ...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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1:09:38
From Surviving to Thriving: Conquering Chronic Disease with Dane Johnson, CEO of Crohns Colitis Lifestyle
In this episode, Dr. Steph chats with Dane Johnson, Founder & CEO of Crohns Colitis Lifestyle, who dives straight into the personal story that fuels his mission today. Dane shares how his life-threatening health journey, marked by a lack of...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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1:03:15
Healing Through Connection with Our Mind, Body and Earth with Dr. Catherine Clinton
In this episode, Dr. Stephanie is joined by Dr. Catherine Clinton, a licensed naturopathic physician and Quantum Biology Health Educator, whose journey into the world of quantum biology was deeply personal. While studying to become a naturopath...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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53:54
Thinking Outside The Box with Jared Odrick, Ex NFL Turned Racecar Driver
In this episode of What Happens in Vagus podcast, Dr. Stephanie sits down with her long-time friend and client, former NFL lineman Jared Odrick, to explore the complexities of life as a retired professional athlete. Jared, who transitioned from...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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58:03
Your DNA: Another Piece of the Puzzle Toward Optimal Health with Kash Khan
In this episode, Dr. Stephanie sits down with Kashif Khan, the Founder of The DNA Company and the author of The DNA Way. The conversation kicks off with a discussion on root cause health, which Kashif describes as a foundational baseli...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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1:01:22
The Crucial Role of Water Quality in your Home with Leo Szymborski III, Founder of pH Prescription
In this captivating episode, Dr. Stephanie sits down with Leo Szymborski III, the President and Founder of pH Prescription. Leo shares an emotional journey from his childhood, growing up in a small town where rare diseases plagued many resident...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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1:06:16
The Vagus Nerve & Immunity Connection with JP Errico
In today's episode, Dr. Stephanie discusses the vagus nerve, immunity, nervous system and so much more with JP Errico, a highly accomplished scientist, executive, entrepreneur, and inventor. JP Errico discusses how a pivotal conver...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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1:09:43